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52895WA Certificate IV in Preparation for Health and Nursing Studies

52895WA Certificate IV in Preparation for Health and Nursing Studies

National ID 52895WA State ID BGS66

Are you passionate about making a difference in healthcare and nursing? 

This qualification is designed for individuals eager to pursue a rewarding career in the health sector. It provides foundational knowledge and practical skills necessary for entry into the healthcare field. Students will learn essential topics such as medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, patient care, and ethical practices while also developing key communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills.

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This course is fee free* for residents of Western Australia. Some eligibility conditions apply for the fee free training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information. *Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the fee free training. 

Overview

Campus Broome | Karratha | Kununurra | Pundulmurra (South Hedland)

When Available all year

Study Mode Combined (Online and On Campus)

Build a strong foundation for a career in healthcare and nursing.

 This qualification equips you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the health sector. Through a combination of theoretical learning and practical experience, you’ll gain insights into key areas such as human anatomy and physiology and medical terminology

You’ll also develop valuable academic skills, including how to interpret and apply medical terminology, understand the fundamental principles of microbiology, and use physics and chemistry in practical healthcare settings. Additionally, the course includes training in designing and producing business documents, preparing you for real-world tasks in a professional healthcare environment.

With a focus on teamwork, communication, and critical thinking, this program ensures you're well-prepared for further study in nursing or other healthcare fields. Upon completion, you’ll be ready to progress into higher-level qualifications and begin your rewarding career in healthcare.

Gain a broader knowledge of sciences relating to health, interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately, provide information on human anatomy and physiology, provide information on the fundamental principles of microbiology used in health settings, and use mathematics in a nursing and health context.

Consider this course if:
 

  • You are caring, understanding, non-judgemental and empathetic;
  • Have strong attention to detail and are diligent;
  • Are quick to problem-solve;
  • Have a critical thinking, good communication skills, ability to cope well under pressure and strong organisational skills;

Important information

Select your preferred campus and apply

Available all year, 2025

Details

Duration 1 Year
When Available all year, 2025
Where Karratha
How Combined (Online and On Campus)

Course fees

Indicative General fee $132.65
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $132.65 )
Indicative Concession fee $132.65
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $132.65 )

Our estimated fees are based on:

  • Full time study in 2025.
  • All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
  • For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.

These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.

Units

National ID Unit title
BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
BSBTEC301 Design and produce business documents
PREAPU401 Provide information on human anatomy and physiology
PREASU403 Apply academic skills
PREMHA404 Use mathematics in a nursing and health context
PREMHS402 Provide information on the fundamental principles of microbiology used in health settings
PREPHC405 Use fundamentals of physics and chemistry in a health context

Details

Duration 1 Year
When Available all year, 2025
Where Kununurra
How Combined (Online and On Campus)

Course fees

Indicative General fee $132.65
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $132.65 )
Indicative Concession fee $132.65
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $132.65 )

Our estimated fees are based on:

  • Full time study in 2025.
  • All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
  • For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.

These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.

Units

National ID Unit title
BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
BSBTEC301 Design and produce business documents
PREAPU401 Provide information on human anatomy and physiology
PREASU403 Apply academic skills
PREMHA404 Use mathematics in a nursing and health context
PREMHS402 Provide information on the fundamental principles of microbiology used in health settings
PREPHC405 Use fundamentals of physics and chemistry in a health context

Details

Duration 1 Year
When Available all year, 2025
Where Pundulmurra (South Hedland)
How Combined (Online and On Campus)

Course fees

Indicative General fee $132.65
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $132.65 )
Indicative Concession fee $132.65
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $132.65 )

Our estimated fees are based on:

  • Full time study in 2025.
  • All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
  • For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.

These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.

Units

National ID Unit title
BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
BSBTEC301 Design and produce business documents
PREAPU401 Provide information on human anatomy and physiology
PREASU403 Apply academic skills
PREMHA404 Use mathematics in a nursing and health context
PREMHS402 Provide information on the fundamental principles of microbiology used in health settings
PREPHC405 Use fundamentals of physics and chemistry in a health context

Details

Duration 1 Year
When Available all year, 2025
Where Broome
How Combined (Online and On Campus)

Course fees

Indicative General fee $132.65
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $132.65 )
Indicative Concession fee $132.65
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $132.65 )

Our estimated fees are based on:

  • Full time study in 2025.
  • All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
  • For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.

These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.

Units

National ID Unit title
BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately
BSBTEC301 Design and produce business documents
PREAPU401 Provide information on human anatomy and physiology
PREASU403 Apply academic skills
PREMHA404 Use mathematics in a nursing and health context
PREMHS402 Provide information on the fundamental principles of microbiology used in health settings
PREPHC405 Use fundamentals of physics and chemistry in a health context

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